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Examples of Red Flags:

• "My hair looks great but my scalp feels different; its dry, it itches often, my relaxer burns etc."

Always look to your scalp. Your hair might still look and feel great but the scalp problems can indicate if there is a problem before it starts affecting your look.

• "My Hair is experiencing abnormal texture change."

Make sure you are not killing your hair by burning off the cuticle layer. Flat iron should not exceed 300 degrees Fahrenheit and you should not use heat on dirty hair. If you must flat iron your hair everyday to achieve a certain
look, maybe you should consider alternative style options.

• "My scalp is flaking, I have dandruff."

Make sure you are shampooing on an as needed basis but at least once a week. Your scalp is skin and you should clean it just as you would anywhere else on your body. Make sure you are using a shampoo with the same pH as you hair and scalp (4.5 to 5.5).

• "My hair is not obtaining length and I have a waxy build up on my scalp."

Make sure you are not using products that clog the hair follicles, blocking hair growth. Examples include products that are not hair and scalp friendly or the pH of the product doesn’t fall within the range of 4.5 to 5.5 such as gels, spritz, moisturizing shampoos, 2 in 1 shampoo, etc.